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GM 18048080
Caliper

2003-2011 GM

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GM 18048080 Caliper
  • Part Description
    Caliper, Wheel Brake Cylinder/Caliper; Brake Caliper
  • Position
    Rear
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2006-2011 Cadillac DTSBase, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    2003-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500Base, Hybrid, LS, LT, SS, WT, Z71 Off-Road6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2005, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HDBase, LS, LT8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2003-2005 GMC Sierra 1500Base, Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2005, 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE, SLT8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 18048080 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 18048080 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What should be done if the fluid level is higher than midway for the 2007 Cadillac DTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reduce it to the midway point.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the procedure for bleeding the brake system for the 2008 Cadillac DTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Bleed the brake system, then with the engine off, gradually apply the brake pedal to about 2/3 of its travel, slowly release it, and repeat until a firm pedal is achieved.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after completing the brake caliper replacement for the 2009 Cadillac DTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the tire and wheel assembly and lower the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you compress the caliper pistons for the 2010 Cadillac DTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use a large C-clamp over the brake caliper to compress the caliper pistons into the bores.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done to prevent fluid loss and contamination for the 2006 Cadillac DTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Plug the openings after detaching the brake hose.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What are the final steps after installing the new caliper for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Bleed the hydraulic brake system, reinstall the tire and wheel assembly, and fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid if necessary.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done to prevent fluid loss and contamination for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Clean the brake hose end and install a rubber cap or plug on the exposed brake pipe fitting.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the piston for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Clean the caliper piston bore and seal counterbore, and the caliper piston with denatured alcohol or equivalent, avoiding abrasives.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should one avoid injury when removing the pistons for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use caution by placing a thin piece of wood in front of the pistons when applying compressed air to the brake hose inlet fitting port.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after removing the brake hose from the caliper for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Loosen the brake caliper bolts without removing them, then take out the brake caliper bracket bolts.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the brake pad guiding surfaces and other parts be cleaned for the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Clean all residue from the brake pad guiding surfaces and all parts not included in the repair kit with denatured alcohol, then dry them with non-lubricated filtered compressed air and blow out all passages in the brake caliper housing and bleeder valve.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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